Sport: Football

Cypress Christian School Celebrates Six Student-Athletes on National Signing Day

Cypress Christian School proudly celebrated National Signing Day on Wednesday, February 4, recognizing six student-athletes who committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. This milestone reflects years of dedication, perseverance and excellence both in the classroom and in competition.

The following CCS student-athletes signed to compete at the next level:

  • Brayden Dawson – East Texas Baptist University (Football)
  • Croix Farmer – Seminole State Junior College (Baseball)
  • Ava Gonzalez – Texas A&M University (Archery)
  • Zoie Lillie – Russell Sage College (Basketball)
  • Audrey Petrowski – Oklahoma Baptist University (Softball)
  • Ryu Tomita – Hulman Institute of Technology (Football)


Nationally, only about 7 percent of high school athletes go on to compete in college athletics. In a senior class of 70 students, these six Warriors represent 9 percent of the Class of 2026, an impressive reflection of the strength of CCS athletics and the commitment of its student-athletes.

Beyond athletic achievement, these students exemplify the values Cypress Christian School strives to instill: discipline, character, leadership and a pursuit of excellence that honors Christ. Their accomplishments are the result of countless hours of hard work, support from families and coaches and a school community dedicated to developing the whole student.

Cypress Christian School congratulates these six Warriors and looks forward to cheering them on as they represent CCS at the collegiate level.

Varsity Football Finishes the Season 9–0

What a season it was for the Warriors! Finishing 9–0 is an incredible blessing and Coach Sells couldn’t be prouder of the young men who wear our school’s colors each Friday night. This group has officially made CCS history as the first undefeated football team in school history.

From day one the team’s focus has been about more than football. Coach Sells and his staff have emphasized playing with purpose by using their gifts to honor God and leave a legacy the younger generation can look up to. Over the season these players have grown not only in skill and strength but also in faith and maturity, praying together before every game and keeping their hearts aligned with what truly matters.

When Coach Sells looks at this team he sees young men who understand that true success isn’t found on a scoreboard but in how they carry themselves with humility, faith and perseverance. That’s what makes this undefeated season so meaningful.

Our coaches are thankful to guide a team that lives out the CCS mission: To honor the Lord Jesus Christ by providing students an education based upon academic excellence and biblical values. We are deeply grateful for every fan, parent and student who supported the program this year. Your prayers and encouragement made a difference.

As the Warriors close out this unforgettable season they do so with hearts full of gratitude, eyes fixed on the Lord and a legacy of brotherhood that will inspire teams for years to come.

Eleven Cypress Christian School Student-Athletes Sign to Compete at the Collegiate Level

Cypress Christian School proudly celebrates 11 student-athletes who have signed National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. These signings represent years of dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence both in competition and in the classroom, and they reflect the strength of CCS athletics and its mission to develop well-rounded student leaders.

Spring Signing Celebration

During a recent signing ceremony, six CCS athletes committed to compete at the next level:

  • Carson Basham – University of Oklahoma (Gymnastics)

  • Tucker Goodall – Ouachita Baptist University (Track & Field)

  • John Kelly – University of Kansas (Football)

  • Grayson Petru – Sam Houston State University (Golf)

  • Gavin Snyder – Eastern Illinois University (Track & Field)

  • Madeline Talkington – Stephen F. Austin University (Soccer)


Additional Collegiate Commitments

Two more Warriors later joined the list of collegiate signees:

  • Megan Smith – Angelina College (Softball)

  • Maximus Supplee – Hillsdale College (Football)


Final Signing Additions

The CCS athletics community recently celebrated three additional seniors who finalized their college commitments:

  • Tristan Fokken – Nelson University (Baseball)

  • Warren Haudek – Dallas College Mountain View (Baseball)

  • Kolton Kurek – Georgia Gwinnett College (Basketball)


A Remarkable Achievement for the Class

With these signings, 11 members of the senior class will go on to compete in college athletics, representing more than 14 percent of the graduating class. Nationally, only a small percentage of high school athletes advance to collegiate competition, making this accomplishment especially noteworthy.

These student-athletes exemplify the values Cypress Christian School seeks to instill in every student: discipline, perseverance, humility, teamwork and a commitment to honoring Christ in all they do. Their achievements are a testament to countless hours of training, support from families and coaches and a school community dedicated to nurturing both athletic and academic excellence.

Cypress Christian School congratulates these Warriors and looks forward to cheering them on as they represent CCS at the next level.

School resumes Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as scheduled.